reconciliation
Translation
reconciliation, reunion, settlement
Examples
The meeting was a step towards reconciliation.
The meeting was a step towards reconciliation.
He sought reconciliation with his estranged father.
He sought reconciliation with his estranged father.
The reconciliation of the accounts took a long time.
The reconciliation of the accounts took a long time.
Grammar Patterns
((reconciliation)) ((between A and B)) the restoration of friendly relations between two parties There is a need for reconciliation between the two groups.
((reconciliation)) ((with sb.)) the restoration of friendly relations with someone She desires a reconciliation with her sister.
((the reconciliation of sth.)) the process of making accounts consistent The reconciliation of the budget is complete.
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Etymology
From the verb 'reconcile', from Latin 're-' (again) + 'conciliare' (to bring together). The act of bringing together again.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'reconcile'. It's the action or state of being reconciled.